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Plastic Moulding under windshield!

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by hamtaco4x4, Dec 28, 2015.

  1. Dec 28, 2015 at 7:28 PM
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    hamtaco4x4

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    Help! I punched a pretty decent sized hole in the plastic moulding underneath the windshield on the passenger side and I cant seem to find the part or part number to replace it. It is leaking water into the cabin of my truck and destroying my cabin airfilters. Part numbers, websites, or quick fixes would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
     
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    Pic would help.
     
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    Im sorry its really tough to see but its the plastic directly under the windshield and directly over the cabin air intake.
     
  5. Dec 28, 2015 at 7:46 PM
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    Even just a quick patch to get me through the winter would help a ton.
     
  6. Dec 28, 2015 at 7:52 PM
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    There is quite a bit of dirt and snow so im not sure if it would hold. I guess its worth a shot until I can get it to a shop.
     
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    Collin, was the hole caused by that 90° elbow hitting it while it was frozen? If so, consider changing out to a Firestik brand "firering" cable that makes that union considerably shorter.
     
  9. Dec 28, 2015 at 9:04 PM
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    Yes unfortunately. When it was warm it had just barely enough clearance and now that its cold, I shut the hood and it punched a hole. How does the cable work? Would I just need a stud mount? Im using a firestick 3' antenna with a medium duty spring and a relentless hood mount. Thanks!
     
  10. Dec 28, 2015 at 9:07 PM
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    Firering -
     
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    Yes you can replace that plastic part.
     
  12. Dec 28, 2015 at 9:10 PM
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    Maybe I should have done a little more research before installing my CB radio :/ Thank you sooo much for your help!
     

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